This Chocolate Chip Dessert Pizza is a showstopper that combines gooey chocolate, a buttery crust, and a hint of sweetness in every bite. With just 32 minutes from start to finish, it’s a quick yet indulgent treat perfect for any occasion. The soft, chewy base contrasts beautifully with the melty chocolate chips, creating a symphony of textures that’s impossible to resist. Each slice delivers a warm, comforting flavor that feels like a hug in dessert form.
Whether you’re hosting a party or treating yourself, this dessert pizza is a crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. The rich, decadent chocolate pairs perfectly with the golden, slightly crisp crust, making every bite a little slice of heaven. Plus, it’s ready in under an hour, so you can satisfy your sweet tooth without spending all day in the kitchen. Perfectly portioned into 10 slices, it’s ideal for sharing—or keeping all to yourself!
Ingredients for Chocolate Chip Dessert Pizza
- Crust:
- 1 ½ cups (185 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon instant yeast
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅔ cup (155 ml) warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- “Sauce”:
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup (50 g) sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (175 g) mini chocolate chips
- Streusel:
- 3 Tablespoons butter (melted)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup + 1 Tablespoon (50 g) all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup (66 g) sugar
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar (tightly packed)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) and line a pizza pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt. Stir well.
- Add warm water and stir until mostly combined. Use your hands to form the dough into a cohesive ball.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes (until elastic). Add 1 Tablespoon of flour at a time if dough is too sticky.
- Let dough rest for 10 minutes. Roll into a 12” circle and transfer to the prepared pan. Pinch or fold edges to form a crust.
- Make the “Sauce”:
- Cut cream cheese into 8 pieces and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 10-second intervals, stirring between each, until soft and easy to stir.
- Add sugar and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the “sauce” and press them in lightly.
- Prepare the Streusel:
- Add vanilla extract to melted butter. Stir and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour and sugars with a fork.
- Add the butter mixture and combine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbles.
- Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the pizza.
- Bake and Serve:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 7 minutes, or until the streusel turns golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Creative Topping Ideas for Your Dessert Pizza
While mini chocolate chips are a classic choice, feel free to get creative with your toppings! Try adding chopped nuts like pecans or almonds for a crunchy texture, or drizzle melted caramel or peanut butter over the finished pizza. Fresh fruit like sliced strawberries or bananas can add a refreshing twist, and a sprinkle of sea salt enhances the sweetness.
Perfect Pairings: Serving Suggestions
This Chocolate Chip Dessert Pizza is delicious on its own, but it pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. For a fun presentation, serve it with a side of chocolate or caramel dipping sauce. It’s also a great addition to a dessert buffet or a cozy movie night treat!
How to Store and Reheat Your Dessert Pizza
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place a slice in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or warm it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes. This will bring back the gooey texture of the chocolate and cream cheese.
Time-Saving Tips for Busy Bakers
If you’re short on time, use store-bought pizza dough for the crust to skip the kneading and resting steps. You can also prepare the cream cheese “sauce” and streusel topping a day ahead and store them in the fridge. When ready to bake, simply assemble and pop it in the oven!
Equipment You’ll Need for Success
To make this recipe a breeze, ensure you have a pizza pan or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. A rolling pin will help you achieve that perfect 12” circle, and a fork is essential for mixing the streusel. Don’t forget a microwave-safe bowl for softening the cream cheese!
Chocolate Chip Dessert Pizza
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon instant yeast
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅔ cup warm water
“Sauce”
- 8 oz cream cheese
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
Streusel
- 3 Tablespoons butter melted
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup + 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar tightly packed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500F (260C) and line a pizza pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt and stir well.
- Add water and stir until ingredients are mostly combined. Use your hands to continue to combine until the dough is cohesive enough to form a ball.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes (until elastic). If needed, add additional flour 1 Tablespoon at a time if dough is too sticky and sticks stubbornly to your hands.
- Allow dough to rest for 10 minutes. Roll dough out into a 12” circle and transfer to prepared pizza pan. Pinch edges or gently fold over to form a crust.
- Prepare your cream cheese “sauce” by cutting your cream cheese into 8 pieces and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 10 second intervals, stirring between each, until cream cheese is easy to stir.
- Add sugar and vanilla extract, stir well.
- Spread cream cheese “sauce” evenly over pizza dough.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly overtop and press/spread into the “sauce”. Prepare your streusel.
- Add vanilla extract to melted butter, stir, and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, use a fork to mix together flour and sugars.
- Add butter mixture and use a fork to combine until mixture resembles coarse crumbles.
- Sprinkle evenly over pizza.
- Bake pizza in 500F (260C) oven for 7 minutes or until streusel turns a golden brown.
- Remove from oven, allow to cool for several minutes, then slice and serve.